🌿Native Nature

Spectacular Rustgill

Gymnopilus junonius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Hymenogastraceae ›Genus: Gymnopilus

About

Gymnopilus junonius is a species of mushroom in the family Cortinariaceae. Commonly known as the Spectacular Rustgill, this large orange mushroom is typically found growing on tree stumps, logs, or tree bases. Some subspecies of this mushroom contain the neurotoxic oligoisoprenoid gymnopilin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spectacular Rustgill?
The scientific name of Spectacular Rustgill is Gymnopilus junonius.
What is the conservation status of Spectacular Rustgill?
The Spectacular Rustgill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the family Hymenogastraceae.
What genus does Spectacular Rustgill belong to?
Spectacular Rustgill belongs to the genus Gymnopilus.